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Checking From Behind
Welcome to The Checking From Behind Podcast! Join us for the Journey as we discuss all things NHL. Your host is Zach and joined alongside him is his favorite co-host of all time, Preston. Zach is currently a journalist for The Hockey Writers covering the Buffalo Sabres and the other 31 teams. Preston is a former high-level hockey player whose career got cut short due to multiple shoulder surgeries. The show features exclusive interviews, guests, expert analysis, breakdowns, fun and entertaining…
Episodes
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Who Will Bring Home Gold in 2026? Our Olympic Hockey Preview | Ep 165
In this episode, we kick things off with the excitement building around the start of Men’s Olympic Hockey. We break down our full 2026 Olympic Hockey preview…
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The LA Kings Trading for Artemi Panarin Saved Their Season | Ep 164
In this episode, we break down the LA Kings trading for Artemi Panarin and immediately signing him to a two‑year extension. We also cover the Devils acquiring…
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The East Is a Bloodbath: The Playoff Race Just Got Crazier | Ep 163
We break down a massive day of NHL news, starting with Patrick Kane passing Mike Modano to become the highest‑scoring American‑born player in league history…
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The Buffalo Sabres Are Finally Playing Sustainable Hockey | Ep 162
In this episode, we break down a massive week of NHL news and rumors. The New York Islanders pull off two trades, the Colorado Avalanche lock up Sam Malinski…
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NHL Rumor Mill HEATING UP: Major Trades Coming? | Ep 161
Dive into today’s NHL Rumor Mill as we break down Mitch Marner’s return to Toronto. To wrap things up, we take a full look around the NHL standings…
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Rasmus Andersson to Vegas Changes EVERYTHING for the Golden Knights | Ep 160
In this episode, we break down the Buffalo Sabres signing Josh Doan to a massive long‑term extension and what it means for the team’s future. We also dive into…
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The Rangers Are Officially Retooling — What Happens Now? | Ep 159
In today’s episode, we break down the latest NHL news starting with the Rasmus Andersson trade talks that are heating up as multiple contenders circle the…
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Rookie Report: The Young Stars Taking Over the NHL | Ep 158
In today’s episode, we break down the 2026 NHL Draft coming to Buffalo before diving into the Columbus Blue Jackets’ head‑coaching change. We roll into our…
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Our Midseason Biggest Surprises & Disappointments | Ep 157
In this episode, Elodie joins the show as we break down one of the biggest surprises of the season — the Pittsburgh Penguins — and look at which other NHL…
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The Winnipeg Jets Are in FULL Panic Mode | Ep 156
In today’s episode, we break down the latest NHL news and trade rumors from around the league. We start with the Philadelphia Flyers locking up Christian…
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2026 Olympic Rosters Revealed: Biggest Surprises & Snubs | Ep 155
In this episode, we break down the newly revealed 2026 Olympic hockey rosters for Team USA, Canada, Sweden, and Finland. We go through the biggest surprises…
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What's Really Wrong with the Maple Leafs? | Ep 154
In this episode we discuss the world juniors starting then we get into the Toronto Maple Leafs struggles and if they can turn it around. Lastky we take a look…
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Our 2026 Team USA/Canada Roster Preview & Predictions | Ep 153
In this episode, we break down two trades from earlier this week — Philip Danault heading to the Canadiens and Mason Marchment joining the Blue Jackets —…
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The Sabres Fire Kevyn Adams and Hire Kekalainen as New GM | Ep 152
In this episode we dive into the biggest stories around the NHL, starting with the latest Connor Bedard injury update and how it impacts the Chicago Blackhawks…
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Quinn Hughes Traded to the Minnesota Wild in MASSIVE BLOCKBUSTER Trade | Ep 151
This episode covers a wild week in the NHL filled with blockbuster trades and breaking news. The Edmonton Oilers made two major moves, including a deal with…
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Quinn Hughes to the Devils WILL HAPPEN in a MASSIVE Blockbuster Trade | Ep 150
In this episode, we break down the latest NHL trade rumors and storylines. Philip Danault has surfaced on the trade block, while Tristan Jarry is being linked…
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Connor Bedard & Macklin Celebrini Have Officially Arrived | Ep 149
In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest storylines across the NHL. We start with Morgan Geekie’s surprising emergence as one of the league’s top goal…
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Oilers’ Cup Dreams Drowning in Bad Goaltending | Ep 148
In this episode, Zach breaks down some of the biggest stories around the NHL. He starts with the Montreal Canadiens locking up defenseman Mike Matheson to a…
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Minnesota Wild Are Heating Up: Real Contenders in the Central? | Ep 147
In this episode, Zach breaks down major NHL storylines: Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck sidelined for 4–6 weeks, and the team locking in Adam…
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Should the Nashville Predators Blow It Up? | Ep 146
We kick off with Adrian Kempe’s massive 8-year, $85M extension as the LA Kings lock in their new offensive centerpiece. Then it’s chaos in Detroit as the…
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Buffalo Sabres: No Direction, No Plan | Ep 145
Brad Marchand hits a massive milestone with his 1000th career NHL point, and we break down what it means for the Boston Bruins. Zach dives into some key…
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The Avalanche Are the Best Team in the NHL RIGHT NOW | Ep 144
In today’s episode, we kick things off with a quick look at the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony, then dive into why the Colorado Avalanche are the…
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Bedard & Celebrini Are Leading the NHL's Youth Revolution | Ep 143
Alex Ovechkin hits 900 goals, Zadorov drops the gloves, and Dahlin steps away — we break down all the latest NHL drama. Plus, the PWHL reveals new expansion…
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The Anaheim Ducks Have Arrived | Ep 142
We kick things off with the NHL’s big announcement: the Dallas Stars will host a Stadium Series game in 2027, marking a significant moment in the spotlight for…
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Buy Or Sell: The Canadiens Are the Best Team in the Atlantic Division
Martin Necas signs a massive 8-year, $92M extension with the Avalanche — is he worth $11.5M per year? Jacob Markstrom locks in with the Devils, and we dive…
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Cooley Signs Long-Term: Is Utah Building a Juggernaut? | Ep 140
In this episode, we break down Nikita Kucherov reaching 1,000 career points and Sidney Crosby hitting the 1,700-game milestone—two legendary achievements in…
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Matthew Schaefer Is the Next Face of the NHL | Ep 139
In this episode, we break down the Vancouver Canucks' trade for Lukas Reichel and what it means for their forward depth. Then we spotlight Matthew Schaefer’s…
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Detroit Red Wings: Hot Start or Real Contender? | Ep 138
In this episode, we break down Brad Marchand’s emotional return to Boston and react to Sharks head coach Ryan Warofsky’s fiery comments about building a…
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Canadiens Hot Start: The Future Has Arrived | Ep 137
In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest NHL storylines of the week. The Vegas Golden Knights have signed Carter Hart to a PTO, sparking debate about…
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2025 NHL Season TOO Early Overreactions: What’s Real, What’s Ridiculous? | Ep 136
In this episode, we break down two major NHL contract extensions: Kyle Connor extends with the Winnipeg Jets. Jack Eichel inks a new deal with the Vegas Golden…
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Our 2025-26 NHL Season Preview | Ep 135
This episode kicks off with a breakdown of three massive NHL contracts. Kirill Kaprizov just signed the largest deal in NHL history, setting a new benchmark…
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Pacific Division 2025-26 Season Preview | Ep 134
Aleksander Barkov’s ACL tear could derail the Panthers’ season—how bad is it, and who steps up? We break down the ripple effects across the Atlantic Division…
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Central Division Preview 2025-26 NHL Season | Ep 133
We break down the newly unveiled centennial jerseys from the New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings, plus the Washington Capitals’ fresh third jersey for the…
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NHL Metropolitan Division Preview 2025-26 Season | EP 132
Marc-Andre Fleury might be heading back to Pittsburgh — we break down his PTO with the Penguins and what it could mean for Crosby and the crew. Dustin Wolf…
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NHL Atlantic Division Preview 2025-2026 Season | EP 131
The Atlantic Division is stacked—and we’re diving deep into all eight teams ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season. From rising contenders to fading dynasties, we…
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Biggest Storylines Heading into the 2025-26 NHL Season | Ep 130
In this episode we discuss updates on a possible Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel contract extensions. Then we get Marco Rossi signing a new contract with the…
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Why the Blackhawks’ Rebuild Isn’t an Overnight Fix | Ep 129
In this episode, we break down the Chicago Blackhawks signing Frank Nazar to a contract extension and what it means for the future of their rebuild. We also…
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Lane Hutson Has Massive Expectations in Montreal This Season | Ep 128
In this episode, we dive into the Detroit Red Wings’ current situation and evaluate how Steve Yzerman has performed as GM. We then get into the buzz around…
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Our WAY TOO EARLY NHL Playoff Predictions | Ep 126
In this episode, we break down the latest NHL news, including Kaapo Kakko re-signing with the Seattle Kraken and the Hurricanes locking up Jackson Blake with…
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Should the Penguins Trade Sidney Crosby? | Why Pittsburgh Must Rebuild in 2025 | Ep 125
In this episode, we break down the latest news from around the NHL. We start with Bowen Byram signing a new deal with the Sabres and Lukas Dostal re-upping…
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Which NHL Teams Have the Brightest Future? | Ep 124
In this episode, we break down the finalized NHL CBA and what it means for the future of the league — from cap changes to contract impacts. We then dive into…
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2025 NHL Free Agency Recap: Biggest Signings & Surprises | Ep 123
NHL Free Agency has gotten underway, and we're going to unpack it all. With Zach and Jimmy joining us for the episode, we get into the biggest surprises, teams…
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The NHL Offseason Is PURE CHAOS Right Now | Ep 122
In this episode, we break down all the chaos from around the NHL. We kick things off with the NHL Draft — who won, who lost, and why the decentralized format…
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Our 2025 NHL Mock Draft
In this episode, we break down our 2025 NHL Mock Draft, predicting the top 15 picks. Will any teams go off the board and surprise us? Or will the draft unfold…
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Florida Panthers Win Back-to-Back Stanley Cups – NHL Dynasty in the Making? | Ep 120
We kick things off with the Florida Panthers winning back-to-back Stanley Cups — are they building a true dynasty? Then we shift focus to the Edmonton Oilers…
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The Panthers Are One Win Away from Back-to-Back Stanley Cups | Ep 119
In this episode of Checking From Behind, we delve into the NHL Stanley Cup Final as the Florida Panthers draw closer to securing back-to-back championships. We…
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We’re Witnessing One of the Best Stanley Cup Finals EVER | Ep 118
In this episode, we break down the thrilling start to the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, recapping the chaos and intensity of Games 1 and 2. Then, we dive into the…
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Florida Panthers vs Edmonton Oilers Part II | 2025 Stanley Cup Final Preview & Predictions
In this episode, we recap the Conference Finals and dive into the drama surrounding some of the coaches in both series. Then, we break down our Stanley Cup…
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The Hurricanes Are Getting EXPOSED in the Conference Finals | Ep 116
We dive deep into the NHL Conference Finals — and it's getting wild. The Florida Panthers have taken full control of the series, exposing the Carolina…
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2025 NHL Conference Final Predictions: Who’s Headed to the Stanley Cup? | Ep 115
The 2025 NHL Conference Finals are set! In this episode, we recap the second-round series that wrapped up over the weekend and discuss what’s next for Mitch…
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Storm Surge Continues: Hurricanes Clinch Spot in Eastern Conference Final | 2025 NHL Playoffs | Ep. 114
In this episode we continued to cover the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Auston Matthews steps up big in Game 6, leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a thrilling…
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The Edmonton Oilers are Conference Finals Bound! | Ep. 113
It’s been a busy start to the week in the NHL! The LA Kings have named Ken Holland their new GM, while both the Philadelphia Flyers and Vancouver Canucks have…
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The Toronto Maple Leafs Are the NHL’s Team of Destiny | EP 112
In this episode of the podcast, we break down every second-round series of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. We dive into why the Toronto Maple Leafs feel like a…
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Edmonton Oilers Are on a Mission | NHL 2025 Playoffs Breakdown | EP 111
The Second Round of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs is heating up! We break down every second-round series, including: 🏒 Are the Toronto Maple Leafs finally…
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NHL Playoffs 2025: Second Round Predictions & Series Breakdown
The second round of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs is officially underway! In this episode, we recap all the chaos and surprises from the first round, share our…
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Another Year, Another Loss to McDavid: Oilers Still Own the Kings | EP 109
In this episode, we break down all eight first-round series of the 2025 NHL Playoffs. We kick things off with the Toronto Maple Leafs' collapse against the…
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The Minnesota Wild Are About to SHOCK Everyone in the NHL Playoffs
The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs have been full of exciting action so far! In this episode, we break down every playoff series, including the Vegas Golden Knights…
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The 2025 NHL Playoffs Are Already Crazy… and It’s Only Round One!
The 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are off to a wild start, and we’re breaking down all the chaos from Round 1 so far. From shocking upsets to overtime…
Checking From BehindNHL Playoffs 2025: First Round Predictions & Seres Breakdowns
The 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are finally here Zach Staden Joins us to breakdown the first-round matchups. We dive into: First-round matchup predictions…
Checking From BehindTop Storylines & Matchups Heading into the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs
In this episode, we break down the 2025 NHL Playoff picture—starting with the Atlantic Division race and who might come out on top. We also look at the Eastern…